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Jim

Jamie Lidell · 2008

37 min · 10 tracks · soul

A vibrant fusion of soul, electronica, and techno that pulses with both energy and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Another Day — This opening track exemplifies Lidell's signature sound, merging soulful vocals with electronic beats and setting an upbeat tone for the album.
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    All I Wanna Do — With its catchy melody and infectious groove, this track highlights Lidell's ability to craft anthemic songs that resonate on dance floors.
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    Hurricane — This song captures emotional depth through powerful vocal delivery and poignant lyrics, illustrating Lidell's versatility as an artist.
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    Figured Me Out — Its mix of funk-infused rhythms and introspective lyrics showcases Lidell's skillful songwriting and genre-blending prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a strong blend of genres with engaging production and varied pacing, making it distinctive within its context.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that blend electronic elements with soulful vocals, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower-paced songs.
  • The use of synthesizers and electronic beats is prominent throughout, often juxtaposed with traditional soul instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Hurricane

    The narrative shifts from external conflicts to internal struggles, revealing vulnerability amidst turbulent emotions.

    This shift deepens the listener's connection to the song, contrasting earlier themes by grounding them in personal reflection.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Another Day 3:48
  • 2 Wait for Me 3:23
  • 3 Out of My System 3:58
  • 4 All I Wanna Do 5:12
  • 5 Little Bit of Feel Good 4:02
  • 6 Figured Me Out 4:27
  • 7 Hurricane 3:12
  • 8 Green Light 3:48
  • 9 Where D'You Go? 2:23
  • 10 Rope of Sand 3:39

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